Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Retinal Gene Therapy

1000scholars; Oxford; Sur place; GBP 39 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Oxford's Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences invites applications for a postdoctoral research assistant in the Kapetanovic Group. The project centres on translational retinal gene therapy using AAV-based approaches, with in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept studies to support preclinical development.

You will work under Professor Jasmina Kapetanovic, contribute to milestone-driven research across retinal biology, vector technology and translational medicine, and

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical sciences or a related field.
• Experience in development of retinal gene therapies, including viral vector engineering and electrophysiological, functional and behavioural assays.
• Background in retinal research with in vitro and in vivo models of genetic eye diseases is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Carry out research for a discrete area of a large project and contribute to milestone-driven studies.
• Provide guidance to less experienced team members, including postdocs and PhD students.

Connaissances

Gene therapy

AAV vectors

Retinal biology

Formation

PhD in biomedical sciences

Description du poste

Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU

Applicants are invited to apply for a postdoctoral research assistant vacancy within the Kapetanovic Group reporting to the PI, Professor Jasmina Kapetanovic, Associate Professor at the University of Oxford and Consultant Vitreoretinal Surgeon at the Oxford Eye Hospital.

Over the past decade, Professor Kapetanovic has been at the forefront of basic science and translational medical research into novel clinical treatments for incurable retinal diseases.

The main objectives of Professor Kapetanovic’s research programmes are the:

• Discovery and development of new genetic therapies for retinal diseases.
• Investigation of innovative ocular surgical techniques including robotic eye surgery.
• Testing of novel therapies for retinal diseases in human clinical trials.

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research assistant to join our translational gene therapy program, developing novel adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapy treatments for inherited retinal disease (IRD). The successful candidate will generate translational research data required to support the preclinical development of new treatments including in vitro and in vivo proof-of-concept efficacy data. This is an opportunity to work across multiple disciplines spanning retinal biology, viral vector technology and translational medicine in a milestone-driven research environment that bridges early discovery and clinical application. We are looking for a highly qualified individual with outstanding academic credentials, who can work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks in a milestone-orientated research environment.

The candidate should hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in biomedical sciences or a related field. Prior experience in the development of retinal gene therapies, including viral vector engineering and electrophysiological, functional and behavioural assays, is highly desirable. A background in retinal research and previous work with in vitro and in vivo models of genetic eye diseases would be advantageous.

The post holder is a member of a research group with responsibility for carrying out research for a discrete area of a large project. The post holder provides guidance to less experienced members of the research group, including postdocs, research assistants, technicians, and PhD and project students.

Please see the below 'Job Description' for further details on the role, responsibilities, and selection criteria, as well as further information about the university and how to apply.

This post is full time and fixed term for 12 months in the first instance.

Only applications received before midday 12:00 on Monday 19th October 2026 will be considered.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

£39,424 to £47,779 per annum